It's understood the young man, named locally as Aaron Henderson from the Coleraine area passed away in hospital on Monday.

Reports coming from the Spanish island have indicated that Mr Henderson was allegedly assaulted in Magaluf but this has yet to be confirmed.

Local DUP Councillor Trevor Clarke told Belfast Live the news has shocked the local community.

"It's very sad news and has come as a shock to the local community. The young man was from a very well-known family here in the town who have a wholesale business.

"I don't know the family personally but I'd like to extend my sincere sympathies to them at this terrible time, I understand he has a young family as well and a partner so my thoughts are with them all," he said.

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Tributes have been pouring in on social media for Mr Henderson who worked for the family wholesale business.

In a statement on Facebook, Paul Henderson Wholesales and Megastore posted: "To all our valued customers, the store will be closed until further notice. We appreciate your patience and understanding and ask that you respect the family’s privacy at this time."

Customers have been extending their support and sympathy to the family following the news, with many describing Aaron as a 'lovely young man'.

One posted: "Can't believe what I am reading. Such a lovely young fella who was always smiling and having a joke anytime I was in the store. He will be extremely missed behind the counter. Thoughts and prayers are with you all."

Another added: "So so sorry Paul & Kim to hear this heartbreaking news Aaron was such a lovely fellow and I can’t begin to imagine the pain you’re going through! Thinking of you all at this sad time."

A Foreign & Commonwealth Office spokesperson said: “We are assisting the family of a British man following his hospitalisation in Majorca, and are in contact with the Spanish hospital services.”

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